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July 2025

News

Metro Bank launches new HMO and MUFB products

The specialist lender expands its Buy to Let range to include Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO) and Multi-Unit Freehold Blocks (MUFB).

Regional

Chester Metro Bank is open for business!

Metro Bank celebrated its 76th new store opening in Chester City Centre with an Opening Ceremony on Friday 4th July. Jamie Christon, CEO of Chester Zoo and Chair of Marketing Cheshire said: “This is an exciting moment for Chester. In a time when many high street banks are closing their doors, Metro Bank is opening theirs. That decision speaks volumes. It shows a commitment to people, to local connection, and to the belief that physical presence — real people behind real counters — still matters.”

Community

Chance to Shine

Metro Bank, gives every colleague a Day to Amaze – essentially a paid day off to support a local charity or good cause. Five Metro Bank colleagues – Ben Sizer, Glen Hall, Greg Deadman, Giuseppe Di Cecco and Nowrin Rashid  – have just volunteered to help create a new Guinness World Record in the Chance to Shine challenge to create the largest cricket lesson.

Community

One Hull of A Ride

Metro Bank, gives every colleague a Day to Amaze – essentially a paid day off to support a local charity or good cause. Inspired by the cancer journey of a close friend, Metro Bank colleague Steve Degg has just organised his friends on another epic bike ride to raise funds for the Royal British Legion.

News

Metro Bank supports Hepworth Clay with £20m Asset Based Lending package

Metro Bank has completed a £19.725m, comprehensive asset-based lending deal with Hepworth Clay and its new owners 4D Capital Partners LLP. The package includes Invoice Finance, Stock Finance and a Plant & Machinery Term Loan, alongside ongoing working capital facilities.

June 2025

Regional

Metro Bank To Open In Chester

Metro Bank is opening its newest store in Chester City Centre this Friday 4th July

Community

Hemel Metro Bank To Host Event re Future of Hemel

Metro Bank’s Hemel store will be hosting the local council and business improvement district (BID) at its Marlowes store on Tuesday July 8th from 1pm-2pm.

Regional

Netwalkers step out for Humber Business Week

Championed by Metro Bank’s Local Director Steve Degg’s over fifty local business owners netwalked during Humber Business Week.

News

Metro Bank offers new 85% LTV on large commercial mortgages

Metro Bank has launched a new commercial mortgage, offering an 85% loan-to-value (LTV) for loans up to £5 million.

May 2025

News

Metro Bank supports local businesses in Tunbridge Wells with a dedicated Local Business Manager

Metro Bank has appointed Greg Deadman as Local Business Manager for Tunbridge Wells.

PRESS ENQUIRIES

Metro Bank Media Team

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